Get It Up, Your Heart Rate That Is: Squat Intervals on the Elliptical


Updated 05/31/11 3:50 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

Get It Up, Your Heart Rate That Is: Squat Intervals on the Elliptical

Instead of just going along steadily on the elliptical workout, add squat intervals to your cardio to really give your legs a workout. Here's how: Hop on the elliptical and warm-up for five minutes. Start pedaling backwards. Keeping your back straight and shoulders square, slowly let go of the hand rails. Once you feel comfortable, sink into a partial squat (not a full squat, just about Read more

Last Chance! An End-of-Season Workout to Up Your Ski Game


Updated 03/05/12 8:43 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Plank Lunge and Box Jump Circuit Workout For Skiers

Even with this mild Winter, we've still seen our fair share of snow in the mountains. And while Spring is just around the corner, late-season storms around the country have given us the gift of fresh powder. If you're planning a snowy mountain weekend anytime soon, here's a circuit workout that works your core, lower body, and balance — courtesy of Erick Northrup, a district fitness manager at Read more

Gym Time: Elliptical Tips


Updated 03/11/11 5:03 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

Gym Time: Elliptical Tips

Elliptical trainers are a gym favorite. Not only is this cardio machine joint friendly, but it is also super versatile. You can go forward and backward, work your arms and legs, or focus on your core. Here a some tips to get the most out of this machine and your next elliptical workout. If your focus is cardio: Focus on your strides per minute. SPM is the number of times your legs go around, a Read more